🦌The rut is on! Every September, Grand Lake’s forests and meadows come alive with the sound of elk bugling. This is the rut - the annual mating season when bull elk gather harems of cows and clash antlers to defend them. It’s one of Colorado’s most incredible wildlife spectacles, and Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the best places to experience it. Catch the action at dawn or dusk along Trail Ridge Road. Just remember: 🚗 Only stop in designated pullouts 🦺 Follow ranger directions 📏 Gi

The sound of September It's that time of the year when elk begin their migrations and begin looking for mates during the rut (breeding season). During the rut, elk bulls may fight, bugle and protect their harems (cows & calves). This time of the year also means elk bulls can become agitated if any other animal, object or person appears to pose a challenge. Always stay far away from all wildlife! | Colorado Parks and Wildlife